>> ^schlub:

You also have to consider that many, many newer languages have their roots in C. And many share the same (or similar) syntax since C is used as their model (C++, Java, Javascript, C#, Perl, D, etc...). But, I definitely disagree that C is past its prime. It is still used everywhere, not just embedded programming. It's used for drivers, OS kernels, windows apps, shell apps, compilers, interpreters, windowed desktop managers, etc, etc, etc... It's not great for RAD though, that's for sure!
C rullz!!


Yes, it's still used everywhere. No, that's not a good thing. 99% of the time you read about some security vulnerability being patched, there'll be a C buffer overrun there.

Is it still a useful tool? Absolutely. When you get down to the really low level stuff, it's everywhere and the reason it's everywhere is because it's so trivial to write a compiler for. But for the majority of people, there's simply no reason to use it and yet many still do, hence we have security issues, applications that leak memory and painters algorithms everywhere.

Writing a program in C is like preparing a meal with fugu. In the hands of someone who knows what they're doing, you can have a great meal, but get it wrong and you poison your guests.

Embedded programming is currently one of the biggest programming fields out there. Add to that any sort of low level system programming (such as the Linux kernel), and you'll see there's a reason why it sees so much use to this day. It's certainly not an easy language to use, but if you want results in those fields, you use it.
>> ^ChaosEngine:

>> ^chtierna:
From Wiki:
"C (pronounced like the letter C) is a general-purpose computer programming language developed between 1969 and 1973..."
... and still going strong. That says it all.

That's unfortunately true. No disrespect to dmr; C was a great language for it's time, and tonnes of great things were achieved with it, but it's well past it's use by date for most tasks.
Honestly, outside of embedded programming, if you sit down and start writing new code in C these days, you need your head examined.
That said, dmr was one of computer sciences true innovators, and will be missed.

>> ^chtierna:

From Wiki:
"C (pronounced like the letter C) is a general-purpose computer programming language developed between 1969 and 1973..."
... and still going strong. That says it all.


That's unfortunately true. No disrespect to dmr; C was a great language for it's time, and tonnes of great things were achieved with it, but it's well past it's use by date for most tasks.

Honestly, outside of embedded programming, if you sit down and start writing new code in C these days, you need your head examined.

That said, dmr was one of computer sciences true innovators, and will be missed.

They should've Guy Ritchied the opening nicknames...

Healthy dose of *timeshift Mr. Ritchie uses.

from wikipedia:

Criticism
Azarenka has been criticized by ex-professionals for the noise she makes when hitting the ball. During the 2010 Australian Open quarterfinal between Azarenka and Serena Williams, ex-pro Pam Shriver, who was providing court-side commentary, noted that Azarenka's screams were so long that she was still yelling when Williams returned the ball. She has also been noted for her tendency to lose her temper during matches. In Wimbledon 2011 she grunted at 95 decibels, which caused the chief executive of the All England Lawn and Tennis Club Ian Ritchie to raise the issue with the press. He issued the following statement – "Officials would prefer to see less grunting". Her average screams were recorded to last on average 1.5 seconds. She does not make the noise during practice.

somebody has been watching some guy ritchie.
thanks for the qualities bud,
very awesome of you =)

Guy Ritchie must have seen some fucked up shit in his days to come up with all the wierd dialogues in his flicks -- "Arse Ticklers Faggots Fan Club" comes to mind.

>> ^dag:

Was that Lionel Ritchie?


Yes according to YouTube video description.

Also:
Program link: http://www.een.be/programmas/basta
Original clip: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=efLCvx0TxrM

*wheels *talks

Comment hidden because you are ignoring dag. (show it anyway)

Was that Lionel Ritchie?

>> ^bleedmegood:

Contrary to popular opinion, I thought 'Revolver' was brilliant and one of his best films...didn't like 'Rock'N Rolla' Sherlock was so-so....

Where did Guy Ritchie's considerable talent go? - alien_concept


I didn't even finish Rock N Rolla it was that much knickers! Never seen Revolver though

Contrary to popular opinion, I thought 'Revolver' was brilliant and one of his best films...didn't like 'Rock'N Rolla' Sherlock was so-so....


Where did Guy Ritchie's considerable talent go? - alien_concept

Ritchie Blackmore, Tony Iommi, Pat Travers, Jeff Beck, Trower, Knopfler, and Fripp, all at the same show...see ya in hell, babies!

"...essentially simple composition, featuring an organ intro, three power chords, and a two minute long solo. Lyrically dark, vocalist Ian Gillan utilizes his full vocal range and goes from quiet singing to loud, high-pitched, banshee-esque screaming. Guitarist Ritchie Blackmore comes in with a slow solo, which builds up to a fast-pace playing and then ends abruptly, with the whole song cycle starting over again. Blackmore is normally associated with playing a Fender Stratocaster, however, he played a Gibson ES-335 on the studio version of the song."
- http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Child_in_Time

>> ^KnivesOut:
Love this movie. Guy Ritchie is BACK.
I hope they follow through with a sequel.


I agree 100% Mt very first status update on Facebook was this very line. It's interesting how that 'edge' was always there in the character. Like the protagonist in A History of Violence, he suppressed it for so long, but when he needed it, it came rising up.